The organisers of the Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week have announced the commencement of submissions for their 2027 Technical Seminar. This initiative extends an invitation to researchers, engineers, academics, and various other energy professionals to put forward technical solutions and innovative ideas aimed at resolving persistent challenges within the Nigerian oil and gas sector.
The comprehensive call for papers encompasses 14 distinct technical categories, spanning the entirety of the energy value chain. Its primary objective is to foster the exchange of cutting-edge research, invaluable field experience, and practical knowledge. This collaborative effort is designed to underpin investment, enhance operational efficiency, and drive technological advancement across the industry.
Submissions are expected to cover a broad spectrum of upstream activities, including but not limited to geoscience, field development, drilling methodologies, and asset management strategies. Furthermore, the programme will address critical midstream operations, such as infrastructure development, facility management, supply chain logistics, pipeline transportation, and vital shipping and marine services.
Beyond these core areas, the seminar will delve into crucial downstream infrastructure, power generation, and industrialisation efforts. Cross-cutting themes are also highly encouraged, encompassing subjects like artificial intelligence, digital transformation, decarbonisation initiatives, health, safety, security, and environment (HSSE) protocols, project management, finance, and human capital development.
Razaq Shuaib, who holds the position of Asset Operations Support at TotalEnergies EP Nigeria and was a reviewer for the previous year's programme, commented on the high calibre of contributions received. He noted that the submissions showcased the diverse expertise available within the industry, featuring contributions from working engineers and students alike.
Mr Shuaib emphasised the paramount importance of cultivating both technical knowledge and human capacity to ensure the sustained progress of Nigeria's energy sector. He reiterated that human capital remains a pivotal catalyst for the industry's continued growth.
Similarly, Wemimo Oyelana, Portfolio and Country Director for dmg Nigeria, highlighted that the programme has been meticulously crafted to offer professionals actively engaged in solving practical industry challenges a vital platform. This platform enables them to disseminate their experiences and findings to a broader audience.
"We developed this programme specifically to reach individuals who are actively solving problems in the field and to provide them with a platform to share their insights with the wider industry," stated Oyelana. He added, "If you have successfully tackled an issue that the industry needs to be aware of, then this is the ideal platform for you."
The organisers have specified that abstracts, not exceeding 500 words, must be submitted by the deadline of December 18, 2026, via the official NOG Energy Week website. Successful submissions will be presented at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja on June 29 and 30, 2027.
Anticipating a significant response, the organisers project over 1,000 submissions for the forthcoming edition. All eligible professionals are strongly encouraged to put forward their research and technical findings for thorough consideration.
The seminar is anticipated to serve as a crucial forum for the dissemination of practical methodologies and the exploration of nascent technologies. These advancements are expected to bolster activities across the entire energy value chain, particularly in domains requiring enhanced operational performance, accelerated infrastructure development, and a more judicious utilisation of resources.